AHA BLS Instructor
Become an American Heart Association (AHA) certified ACLS Instructor through NWLI’s blended learning program. This course combines AHA’s self‑directed online Instructor Essentials module with an intensive, hands‑on faculty session so you can confidently teach ACLS Provider courses, lead skills practice, and evaluate learners to AHA standards.
Duration
8 hours
Certification valid
2 years
Available sessions
0 upcoming
Questions
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AHA Heartsaver CPR AED
AHA BLS Provider
NWLI hosts the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider course to equip healthcare professionals and other responders with the skills to recognize and respond to life‑threatening emergencies using high‑quality CPR, ventilations, and an automated external defibrillator (AED). The course follows current AHA science and education standards and results in an AHA BLS Provider course completion card upon successful skills verification. What Participants Will Learn • Recognition of cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and choking in adults, children, and infants. • High‑quality CPR techniques including correct rate, depth, and full chest recoil. • Safe and effective AED use and integration of defibrillation into the Chain of Survival. • Team dynamics and communication during multi‑rescuer scenarios. Course Format and Structure - Format: Instructor‑led classroom with hands‑on skills practice; NWLI may offer blended options (online knowledge modules plus an in‑person skills session) to accommodate schedules. - Duration: Typically 2–4 hours depending on format and class size. - Class Size: Small groups to maximize instructor feedback and individualized coaching. - Materials: Official AHA student resources and skills checklists. Who Should Attend • Healthcare providers and clinical staff who require AHA BLS Provider certification. • First responders, workplace safety teams, caregivers, and others who need standardized, evidence‑based lifesaving skills. Certification and Renewal • Participants who successfully complete all course requirements receive an AHA BLS Provider Course Completion Card, valid for two years. • NWLI offers renewal and refresher options to help learners maintain competency and meet employer or regulatory requirements. Why Choose NWLI NWLI combines professional instruction, small‑group practice, and organizational branding to deliver a polished learning experience that meets AHA standards and prepares participants to act confidently in emergencies.
AHA ACLS HeartCode (Blended Learning)
NWLI’s AHA ACLS HeartCode Course offers a flexible, blended‑learning pathway for busy healthcare professionals who need high‑quality, evidence‑based ACLS training with minimal disruption to their schedules. Participants complete the AHA’s interactive online modules at their own pace, then attend an in‑person, instructor‑led skills session with NWLI to practice, refine, and demonstrate competency in advanced resuscitation skills. This format delivers the same rigorous ACLS training as the traditional classroom course—enhanced with adaptive eLearning, realistic scenarios, and hands‑on team‑based practice. Who Should Attend Ideal for healthcare professionals who manage cardiopulmonary emergencies, including: • Physicians, nurses, and advanced practice providers • Paramedics, EMTs, and prehospital clinicians • Respiratory therapists and critical care staff • Any provider requiring ACLS certification or renewal
